What Are the Differences Between Black Steel and Galvanized Steel Pipe?

The time of issue:2013-1-7 16:57:11       Author:kayla

There are various kinds of steel pipes both in domestic and international markets for your selection. For example, there are black steel pipe, galvanized steel pipe, welded steel pipe and so forth. Actually, galvanized steel pipe is similar in appearance with the black steel pipe actually. However, there are some differences between black steel pipe and galvanized pipe. The steel pipe are mainly used to transport gas or water. For example, the black steel pipes deliver natural gas to the inside of a home. However, the galvanized steel pipe mainly brings water to fixture actually.

Generally speaking, water and gas require the use of pipe to carry them if you want to transport them into residential homes and commercial buildings. One of the main differences between black steel pipe and galvanized steel pipe is their main function.

Well, the black steel pipe is not coated actually. And it is named after its dark color which comes from the iron-oxide formed on its surface during manufacturing. The main function of the black steel pipe is to carry propane or natural gas to residential or commercial buildings. The galvanized pipe is the steel pipe with the coating of the zinc materials. The galvanized pipe can be resistant to corrosion. Different from the black steel pipe, the galvanized pipe is mainly used to transport water. What's more, it is also one of the best choices to be used as the scaffolding frames since it can resist corrosion. The black steel pipe is made without seam, so it is better to carry gas than the galvanized pipe. And the black steel pipe is also one of the fire-resistant pipe that can be used for fire sprinkler systems.

It is not proper to use black steel pipe to carry water since the water may corrode the steep pipe actually. As we all know that black steel pipe has no zinc coating. However, it is not properly to use galvanized pipe to transport gas since it will flake off over time.

When it comes to the issue of cost, there is no doubt that the galvanized steel pipe costs more than black steel pipe. The galvanized surface will need the zinc material. While the black steel does not need the coating.

It is of great importance to distinguish the black steel pipe from galvanized pipe since they have different and specific functions. Shanghai XinLin is one of the leading manufacturers of black steel pipe and we have great reputation among consumers both at home and abroad for high quality and competitive price. The welded steel pipe and API steel pipe are also available. To find more detailed information about our products and services, you are advised to visit our website: www.xinlinsteel.com

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